What is the cheapest way to get from Lilongwe to Francistown?

The cheapest way to get from Lilongwe to Francistown is to bus which costs $148 - $152 and takes 24h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lilongwe to Francistown?

The fastest way to get from Lilongwe to Francistown is to fly and drive which takes 8h 17m and costs $550 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Lilongwe and Francistown?

No, there is no direct bus from Lilongwe to Francistown. However, there are services departing from Lilongwe and arriving at Phillip Matante Dr via Wenela Bus Stn and RoadPort. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 16m.

How far is it from Lilongwe to Francistown?

The distance between Lilongwe and Francistown is 1526 km. The road distance is 1304.3 km.

How do I travel from Lilongwe to Francistown without a car?

The best way to get from Lilongwe to Francistown without a car is to bus which takes 24h 16m and costs $148 - $152.

How long does it take to get from Lilongwe to Francistown?

It takes approximately 24h 16m to get from Lilongwe to Francistown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lilongwe to Francistown bus from?

Lilongwe to Francistown bus services, operated by Sososo Coaches, depart from Lilongwe station.

Bus or fly from Lilongwe to Francistown?

The best way to get from Lilongwe to Francistown is to bus which takes 24h 16m and costs $148 - $152. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $410 - $1,200 and takes 23h 11m.

Where does the Lilongwe to Francistown bus arrive?

Lilongwe to Francistown bus services, operated by Sososo Coaches, arrive at Blantyre station.

Can I drive from Lilongwe to Francistown?

Yes, the driving distance between Lilongwe to Francistown is 1304 km. It takes approximately 17h 12m to drive from Lilongwe to Francistown.

Where can I stay near Francistown?

There are 34+ hotels available in Francistown.

Lilongwe to Francistown - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Lilongwe to Francistown by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Lilongwe to Blantyrebus
2. Take the bus from Wenela Bus Stn to RoadPortbus
3. Take the bus from RoadPort to Phillip Matante Drbus
24h 16m
$148–151
Drive 1,304.3 km
1. Drive from Lilongwe to Francistowncar 1,304.3 km
17h 12m
$229–331
Fly to Francistown Airport
1. Fly from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Francistown Airport (FRW)plane LLW - FRW
23h 11m
$419–1,125
Fly to Bulawayo, drive
1. Fly from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Bulawayo (BUQ)plane LLW - BUQ
2. Drive from Bulawayo (BUQ) to Francistowncar
8h 17m
$591–768
Fly to Gaborone, bus
1. Fly from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Gaborone (GBE)plane LLW - GBE
2. Take the bus from Gaborone Bus Rank to Francistown Bus Rankbus
14h 40m
$548–630

Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Francistown Airport (FRW) flights

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23h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,526.3 km
Duration: 24h 16m

What companies run services between Lilongwe, Malawi and Francistown, Botswana?

You can take a bus from Lilongwe to Phillip Matante Dr via Blantyre, Wenela Bus Stn, and RoadPort in around 24h 16m. Alternatively, Airlink, Air Botswana, and two other airlines fly from Kamuzu International Airport (LLW) to Francistown Airport (FRW) 3 times a week.

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